Rubber hose (unreinforced) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported rubber hose (unreinforced) worth $7.7 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 24% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $6.2M | 647 t |
| 2022 | $6.0M | 642 t |
| 2021 | $6.8M | 776 t |
| 2020 | $6.0M | 645 t |
| 2019 | $6.9M | 888 t |
| 2018 | $6.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $6.9M | 1.7K t |
Where South Africa imports rubber hose (unreinforced) from
Most of the value came from China (21%), Germany (15%), Thailand (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 45%. Among the main suppliers, Czech Republic grew fastest (+185% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 21% |
| Germany | $1.2M | 15% |
| Thailand | $725K | 9.4% |
| Vietnam | $538K | 7% |
| United States | $493K | 6.4% |
| Malaysia | $413K | 5.4% |
| United Kingdom | $410K | 5.3% |
| India | $400K | 5.2% |
| Czech Republic | $362K | 4.7% |
| Sweden | $211K | 2.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.73 per kg, 39% below the world average of $9.42, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Rubber hose (unreinforced) exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported rubber hose (unreinforced) worth $7.1 million (527 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were DR Congo (40%), Namibia (12%), Botswana (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest (+313% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $2.8M | 40% |
| Namibia | $852K | 12% |
| Botswana | $656K | 9.3% |
| Zambia | $470K | 6.6% |
| Senegal | $380K | 5.4% |
| Mozambique | $375K | 5.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $236K | 3.3% |
| Angola | $178K | 2.5% |
| Eswatini | $117K | 1.6% |
| Sierra Leone | $112K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa rubber hose (unreinforced) imports (HS 4009.11): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 4009.11: Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, not reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials, without fittings.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber hose (unreinforced) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported rubber hose (unreinforced) worth $7.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 42nd of 217 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply rubber hose (unreinforced) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Germany (15%) and Thailand (9%). The top three together account for 45%, out of 70 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 185% on the year.
What is the average import price of rubber hose (unreinforced) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.73 per kg in 2024, 39% below the world average of $9.42 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of rubber hose (unreinforced) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.9 million in 2017 to $7.7 million in 2024, an increase of 12%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also export rubber hose (unreinforced)?
Yes. South Africa exported $7.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Namibia and Botswana. That compares with imports of $7.7 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for rubber hose (unreinforced)?
The HS code for rubber hose (unreinforced) is subheading 4009.11. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4009 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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